Add an air of elegance and spiritual charm to your garden with the Fragrant Sandalwood Tree (Santalum album) — a legendary tropical tree known for its sweet, woody aroma and valuable heartwood oil.

Used for centuries in rituals, perfumery, traditional medicine, and meditation, sandalwood is one of the most precious trees in the world. Its oil is long-lasting, calming, and often referred to as liquid gold.

The tree itself is visually appealing — with narrow green leaves and a smooth bark, it grows slowly but gracefully.

It is semi-parasitic, meaning it absorbs some nutrients from the roots of nearby host plants (like legumes or grasses), so it’s best planted with a companion plant.

How to care for Sandalwood Tree in Singapore:

• Light: Full sun for strong wood development
• Watering: 2–3 times per week during early growth; reduce when established
• Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
• Growth: Slow to moderate; needs patience but highly rewarding
• Companion: Plant near host species like kacang-kacangan, akar wangi, atau rumput gajah

Why you’ll love this tree:

• Produces highly fragrant and sacred wood
• Used in perfume, oil, prayer rituals, and healing
• Rare and valuable tropical tree
• Adds calm, spiritual ambiance to gardens
• Can live for decades and increase in value over time